BioDue signed a joint venture agreement with Fufarma for the construction of a EUR 2 million drug plant in Tirana. The construction of the plant is expected to start in the first half of 2018. The plant will be built on an area of around 2,100 sq m, BioDue added. Under the joint venture agreement, BioDue will offer its industrial experience and manufacturing know-how, whereas Fufarma will obtain the necessary permits for the construction and distribution of the products, and will be in charge for the distribution of the pharmaceuticals.